Boko Haram: Army says insurgency has no religious backing

Army says Boko Haram has no religious undertone.

The Nigerian Army has said that Boko Haram insurgency has no religious support.

The Army Directorate of Islamic Affairs, Major General Mohammed Mohammed said this on Monday at One Division, Bukavu Barracks in Kano State during its yearly conference.

He said, “The program is in respect to national security and coming up with narratives now tell the public that the insinuation from the Boko Haram or other criminal elements that has religious undertones is not a representation of the religion to address such misinformation.

“The theme for this national week is promoting national security through constructive dialogue, religious leaders have a greater role in bringing stability in the country, so we hope and pray that God will help us for peaceful coexistence to come back to this country.”

The conference targeted towards religious tolerance and enhancing peaceful coexistence, also addressed issues concerning the nation’s security.

An Islamic scholar, Mr Abubakar Abdullahi, in his remark said, ” The Quran has told us very clearly that Allah says all you mankind not only Moslems have been created man and woman nation and tribe to enhance one another not fight one another, our diversity should be a source of strength.”

The event was well attended by religious leaders from different faiths, top military officers, and soldiers and traditional leaders.